Boats. Etude (2008) Painting by Elena Hlavenchuk

Elena Hlavenchuk is a contemporary Ukrainian painter, currently sharing her wealth of knowledge as a teacher of the highest qualification category at the renowned Odessa Art School named after Mitrofan Borisovich Grekov. Her expertise encompasses instructing students in Pattern, Painting, and Composition, shaping the next generation of artists.

A dedicated member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine since 2012, Elena has been an active participant in the art scene since 1988. Her presence has been felt in numerous exhibitions, plein airs, projects, and festivals, showcasing her commitment to the vibrant artistic community in Ukraine. Her works, characterized by their light-airiness, picturesque quality, special palette transparency, and overall integrity, find a home in private collections and galleries throughout the country.

Elena Hlavenchuk is a steadfast advocate for plein air painting, a method that allows her to capture and convey the energetic colors of nature influenced by the light and air that surround it. Her work is a testament to her keen observation of the world, resulting in paintings that exude depth, sonority, and a profound connection to the natural environment.

Choosing oil painting on canvas to solve visual problems, Elena brings an indescribable feeling of depth and sonority to her work. Her art is distinguished by its lightness and airiness, achieved through the application of unusual complex mixtures and the multi-layered nature of oil painting. The lower layers glow beneath the final glaze, creating a captivating luminosity.

• Nationality: UKRAINE
• Date of birth : 1971
• Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
• Groups: Professional Artist Ukrainian Contemporary Artists